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Glamour girl turned duchess: Meghan tones down

Muted colours, long dresses and chaste necklines: Meghan has had to tone down her fashion choices since marrying Prince Harry in May but still occasionally displays some of her past style. It was a question that many asked ahead of the wedding: would the chilled-out Los Angeles actress frequently seen in short skirts and sandals fit into the...

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Tuxedos, evening gowns 'de rigueur' at Cannes, but not stilettos

Cannes' 12-day film festival may be known for its parties and play, but there's no playing around with the dress code set half a century ago for guests climbing its celebrated red carpet. Tuxedos and evening gowns remain "de rigueur" but stilettos are not a must, festival organisers insisted amid a row over women in flats being denied access to...

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US Supreme Court leans towards Muslim woman in Abercrombie case

The US Supreme Court appeared Wednesday to be supportive of a Muslim woman who claimed she was denied a sales job with fashion retailers Abercrombie & Fitch as a teen because of her Islamic headscarf. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), a federal government agency, is suing Abercrombie on behalf of Samantha Elauf, on the grounds...

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It's the season of weddings, garden parties and evening do's and dressing up is back on the menu. Opt for outfits that look chic and respectable by day but that can transform into a party dress by night. Alternatively wear a thirties-inspired, beaded camisole under a suit for day, and have the top sparkle full glamour for evening.